Complex Preprint Controller

Complex Controller

Pay Rate:

$118,400 - $157,800 (USCORE)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Indianapolis, IN (preferred); open to candidates being based in Tucker, GA

The Job You Will Perform:

• Direct the financial activities of six preprint facilities in Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Oregon by establishing and maintaining effective fiscal procedures and controls, analyzing performance and recommending or directing actions needed to maximize the financial performance.  
• Leadership of the finance staff on a day-to-day basis including financial transactions, analytical work and overall development of team members.
• The Controller is accountable for ensuring accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that the business is conducted in compliance with established division and corporate policies, procedures and practices; ensures accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports. 
• This position will direct the preparation and analysis of the annual strategic plan, capital plan, monthly operating results, trends, capital projects and operating forecasts to meet facility objectives. 
• Will require ~25% travel, will likely vary based on physical location

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Undergraduate degree with focus on accounting and/or finance
• Five years managing financial/accounting department
• Three years’ experience in manufacturing related environment
• Proven ability to analyze financial statements and identify potential problems
• Experience in the corrugated industry preferred
• Business acumen
• Managing vision and purpose
• Building effective teams
• Informing skills
• Managerial courage
• Learning on the fly
• Priority setting/time management